Upbeat and off the beaten track in South Africa

Paternoster Dunes Boutique Guest House is an appealing hideaway in Paternoster, one of the West Coast’s most magical destinations. The old fishing village charms visitors with its whitewashed cottages, pearl-white beach, small-time fishing boats and outstanding seafood dining. Paternoster Dunes offers six casually elegant bedrooms, some of which offer the luxury of being able to walk straight out to … Continue reading “Paternoster Dunes Boutique Guest House”

Onse Rus Guest House is a haven of country hospitality in Prince Albert, a gorgeous, easy-going Karoo town oozing charm and spilling over with local art and culture and the farm produce of the region. A home-away-from-home, Onse Rus is a place at which to feel content and enjoy simple, countrified beauty. Each of five rooms has its own … Continue reading “Onse Rus Guest House”

Crisp and cool in tones that celebrate the ocean, Starfish Lodge is a chic guesthouse in Plettenberg Bay, just minutes away from Robberg swimming beach. For guests’ convenience, the rooms provide beach towels, beach chairs and sun umbrellas for outings to the beach. Stay in one of six spacious, en-suite rooms, or book the entire lodge on … Continue reading “Starfish Lodge”

Secluded in a nature reserve amid fynbos and close to the forests for which the Garden Route is famed, Fynbos Ridge is a 5-star country house providing luxurious accommodation on the unspoiled edge of Plettenberg Bay. Stay in a luxury country house room or in a self-catering garden cottage, and enjoy having the option of fine dining on-site. This … Continue reading “Fynbos Ridge”

Karoo Art Hotel is a quirky and inviting country hotel in pretty Barrydale, situated on picturesque Route 62 and on the edge of the Klein Karoo. The hotel is vibrant with eye-catching detail, colour and an engaging collection of art showcased throughout, but particularly in the restaurant, The Gallery. Each of the hotel’s 15 en-suite rooms is distinctively decorated … Continue reading “Karoo Art Hotel”

Zuurberg Mountain Village is an alluring mountaintop retreat secluded high up in the Zuurberg Mountains and surrounded by the Greater Addo Elephant National Park. The historic hotel has a charming old-world atmosphere, and offers a supreme nature experience that captivates both local and international visitors. Zuurberg Manor and Zuurberg Village offer comfortable accommodation, traditional country … Continue reading “Zuurberg Mountain Village”

Holden Manz Country House is an exclusive 5 star haven in the Cape winelands offering tranquil views of the exquisite Franschhoek Valley and accommodating guests in five luxurious suites. Sumptuous interiors in the manor house display a magnificent selection of contemporary South African art and make sublime spaces for relaxation in between exploring the region’s attractions. … Continue reading “Holden Manz Country House”

Hunter’s Country House is a charming and distinctive 5 star country hideaway in the heart of the Garden Route near Plettenberg Bay – a place of quiet luxury, yet also conveniently close to the multitude of leisure attractions in the region. Elegant guest facilities are housed in a beautiful, thatched manor house, while guests are accommodated in luxurious suites … Continue reading “Hunter’s Country House”

De Zeekoe Guest Farm offers a rewarding and child-friendly holiday on a working farm just outside the ostrich capital of Oudtshoorn. Observe daily activities on the farm and enjoy a variety of nature experiences, including the area’s now-legendary meerkat tours, visits to nearby ostrich ranches and the Cango Caves. Surrounded by the Swartberg and Outeniqua Mountains, De Zeekoe forms … Continue reading “De Zeekoe Guest Farm”

Klein Nektar Manor is an appealing bed and breakfast retreat for the sole use of couples or parties of four, set on a 3-hectare wine and olive farm in Montagu on Route 62. A Cape Dutch heritage house and one of the national monuments on the Historical Walk through Montagu, Klein Nektar Manor is also within walking distance of restaurants and shops, and … Continue reading “Klein Nektar Manor”

Bush Lodge at Hidden Valley is a stylish 3-bedroom lodge in the winelands of Stellenbosch, tucked away on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountains on the Hidden Valley wine estate. Available on a sole-use basis and sleeping up to 6 guests, the lodge is an ideal escape for a family or group of friends in … Continue reading “Bush Lodge at Hidden Valley”